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Managed Microsoft 365: 9 Benefits of Managed IT Services
If you are using or considering Microsoft 365 for your business? Consider this: Managed Microsoft 365 is even better. Managed 365 means that a managed service provider (MSP) correctly configures, optimizes and provides ongoing support for your Microsoft 365 installation. Here are nine reasons why your company should partner with an MSP for your Microsoft…
Read MoreIn House, Co-Managed or Hybrid: New Models For Outsourcing IT Support
You know you need better IT but you don’t know the best way to get it: Hire in-house or outsourcing IT support with a managed service provider (MSP)? Why not choose both with a co-managed or hybrid plan. For some companies small and large, co-managed service provides the best of both worlds. Some of the…
Read MoreCloud Migration Nightmares and Tips
By now you know that migrating to the cloud is an absolute necessity for both large and small companies for better mobility and collaboration and business resilience. But you need to move to the cloud with a trusted and experienced cloud services company to avoid cloud migration nightmares. As a managed service provider, we’ve seen…
Read MoreYour Cloud Migration Strategy in 10 Steps
Cloud migration, simply put, is moving your digital business operations such as relevant data, applications and IT-related processes from your onsite premises to an offsite cloud. You probably already use cloud services to store your personal photos or documents. Unlike with those personal services that offer a simple upload procedure, moving your business data requires…
Read MoreWhy You Need Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR): Next Gen AV
You know by now that your cyber security comes down to far more than your antivirus (AV) software. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t stay up to date on the best AV solutions for business. Unless you are using the next generation antivirus: endpoint detection and response (EDR), aka endpoint threat detection and response, you’re…
Read MoreCrypto Mining on Company Servers
Here at Intrust IT, we’ve seen an increase in crypto mining on company servers with new and existing clients. Our vulnerability assessment can catch if employees are engaging in crypto mining on your company’s server. Let’s take a look at what it is, what the immediate effects are and the larger threat. What Is Crypto…
Read MoreIs Hiring IT Staff an Uphill Battle? You’re Not Alone
If you are finding that hiring IT staff feels impossible, you are not alone. According to a recent Wall Street Journal article, there are a lot of IT job openings right now but not a lot of qualified applicants to fill them, especially when it comes to cloud services experience. We’ve seen a similar trend…
Read MoreCyber Security Company or IT Services Company: Which Best Protects Your Business?
Cyber security can be confusing and it’s difficult to know where to turn for help. There are many companies, software and tools available that claim to have the answer. As a business owner, you need expert help. Cyber security businesses tend to fall into two main categories: cyber security companies and IT services companies including…
Read MoreDesktop as a Service (DaaS) and Virtual Desktops: Are They Right for Your Business?
One of our jobs as a managed service provider (MSP) is to help our clients understand new IT and whether or not it will work for their business. The latest hot topic is virtual desktops. Here we take you through what you need to know about desktop as a service (DaaS). COVID-19 caused many changes…
Read MoreKeeping Your Company and Your Identity Safe Online
Intrust’s cybersecurity pro, Dave Hatter, appeared on Local 12 this week to talk about the importance of keeping your identity safe online. Dave explained it’s important to understand that bad guys want your information because, “it makes it possible for them to impersonate you. Whether that’s trying to file for fraudulent credit, trying to get…
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